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IRRIGATION

ACCIONA to manage a new irrigation community

in Zaragoza

ACCIONA has been awarded the contract for the oper-
ation and technical assistance of the Monegros Sur Sector
XIII-A Irrigation Community in Zaragoza. The community
is part of the General Irrigation Community of Alto Aragón
and covers 1,700 hectares of irrigated farmland in the mu-
nicipalities of La Almolda and Pina de Ebro, serving 230
farmers.
The system is based on a modernized, on-demand pres-
surized irrigation system supplied by regulating reser-
voirs. It also includes an approximately 1 MWp solar pho-
tovoltaic facility designed to cover a significant share of
the energy required for its operation.
Experience
This model helps optimize agricultural water use through
more efficient, flexible, and sustainable resource manage- ACCIONA currently manages more than 30,000 hectares
ment. of irrigatedfarmland in Spain, serves more than 12,000
farmers, and is responsible for more than 80 hm³ of water
With this contract, ACCIONA strengthens its position as for agriculture per year. The company provides opera-
a leader in the operation of irrigation infrastructure, bring- tion and maintenance services for irrigation communities
ing its experience in integrated water cycle management in several provinces, including Ciudad Real, Córdoba,
and the implementation of advanced technological solu- Granada, Guadalajara, and Zaragoza, covering water in-
tions.
take, storage, pumping, and distribution infrastructure for
irrigation. Circle 26 on enquiry card

Built To Perform: Hunter Icv Valves For Commercial

Irrigation Systems

Valves rarely get the spotlight in
landscape architecture or irrigation
design. Even though they’re tucked
inside valve boxes below grade,
they play a critical role in managing
the entire system’s performance.
Although hidden from view, valves
are among the most important speci-
fications when a project depends on
consistent operation, high-pressure flexibility, and maintainability. Flow water, pond-fed systems, and other
capability, reclaimed water compat- control enables fine-tuning for each demanding applications. Designers
ibility, and long-term serviceability.
zone, while the fabric-reinforced can also add Accu Sync® pressure
Demanding commercial irrigation EPDM diaphragm and seat support regulation at the valve as another
systems installed at parks, cam- reliable operation in challenging tool to support efficient zone perfor-
puses, streetscapes, sports fields, water conditions — from variable mance.
commercial buildings, and large- pressure to dirty water. A dou-
scale civic projects require dura- ble-beaded diaphragm seal delivers The best valves are the ones no one
bility. Hunter ICV Valves deliver leak-free performance, and captive notices because they keep working.
long-lasting performance thanks to bonnet screws reduce the risk of lost Hunter ICV Valves prove that even
their glass-filled nylon construction. parts during service. the most overlooked components
Designed for flow rates from 0.1 to For non-potable or variable-quali- can have a major impact on irriga-
300 GPM and pressures from 20 to ty water projects, the optional Filter tion performance. They’re durable,
220 PSI, the ICV provides versatility Sentry® Mechanism scours the filter serviceable, and engineered for the
across a wide range of applications.
screen in dirty water conditions. This landscapes that must perform day
The ICV design balances strength, makes the ICV ideal for reclaimed after day. Circle 27 on enquiry card
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